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Education
- B.A. (Psychology) - Florida International University
- Ph.D. (Psychology) - Florida International University
Courses Taught
- PY 101 - Introductory Psychology
- PY 256 - Psychology of Gender
- PY 291 & 292 - Research Methods I and II
- PY 421 - Forensic Psychology
- PY 746 - Research Methods in Psychology I
Areas of Specialization
Generally, I am interested in two areas of psychology: (1) the intersection of psychology
and the law, and (2) sex and sexuality. Using principles from social and cognitive
psychology, I have several lines of research in these areas: juror decisions, deception
detection, interrogations, experiences of LGBTQ people in and outside of the legal
system, and sexuality.
I am currently working with graduate students on projects regarding the juvenile justice
system, juror perceptions of nonconsensual pornography, how media changes perceptions
of policies in the legal system, and friendships between lesbians and straight women.
In the past, my students have investigated the lived experiences of youth incarcerated
with adults, variables that leave some vulnerable to sex trafficking, sexual assault
victims鈥� satisfaction with legal professionals, and juror decisions in same-sex sexual
harassment cases. I use both quantitative and qualitative methods to answer research
questions. For a full list of publications and presentations, see my C.V. (linked
above).
Other Interests
As the former Equity and Inclusion Faculty Fellow at Academic Affairs, my work centered around equitable hiring practice, recruitment and retention of minoritized faculty, faculty development (inclusive teaching practices, leadership development), and creating a welcoming environment for faculty, students, and staff. I worked with individual faculty, department chairs, and departments on equity and inclusion projects.
Awards
- Harry W. Rodgers, III, Distinguished Teacher of the Year Award (2020)
- Faculty Award for Excellence in Engaged Scholarship (2021)